Four Confirmed Dead After U.S. KC-135 Aircraft Crash in Iraq

A U.S. KC-135 aerial refueling aircraft crashed in western Iraq at approximately 2 p.m. Eastern Time on March 12, according to officials.

Of the six crew members on board, four have been confirmed deceased. Rescue operations are ongoing to support the remaining personnel and assess the situation.

Authorities said the circumstances surrounding the incident are currently under investigation. However, officials confirmed that the crash was not caused by hostile fire or friendly fire.

The identities of the service members will be released 24 hours after their next of kin have been notified, in accordance with U.S. military policy.